While reading a story about slow-tech (via Chris Aldrich), I came across several other interesting articles on alternative Internet solutions:
- Low Tech Magazine: Email in the 18th Century: The Optical Telegraph
- Low Tech Magazine: How to Build A Low-Tech Internet
- Wireless Networking in the Developing World: a free book about designing, implementing, and maintaining low-cost wireless networks
Promotions suggest you will get more for the money,
and obtaining additional for your money translates to more fun.